This is a letter from Tenant to Landlord in which Tenant claims that Landlord's failure to abide by the continuing requirements of the Lease Agreement by denying Tenant certain services is retaliation for some action initiated by Tenant. This letter provides notice to Landlord that such retaliatory action is in breach of the lease agreement and may constitute a further violation of the law.
Subject: Notice to Cease Retaliatory Decrease in Services — Urgent Matter [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Dear [Landlord's Name], RE: NOTICE TO CEASE RETALIATORY DECREASE IN SERVICES I hope this letter finds you in good health. I am writing to bring a matter of immediate concern to your attention regarding the decrease in essential services provided at the residential property located [address of the property] that is under your management. This letter intends to formally notify you of your obligation as a landlord to cease the retaliatory actions impacting my living conditions, in accordance with the laws and regulations governing our tenancy agreement. The purpose of this letter is to request that you rectify the situation promptly and reinstate the previously provided services in the following areas: 1. Maintenance and Repairs: The timely completion of repairs and maintenance has significantly declined, leading to inadequate living conditions. Essential repairs, such as [specific examples], have been neglected, posing safety hazards and diminishing the habitability of the property. 2. Security Measures: An alarming reduction in security measures, including malfunctioning locks, broken security gates, or ineffective lighting, poses a genuine threat to the safety of the tenants. These inadequacies compromise our peace of mind and overall well-being. 3. Amenities and Common Areas: Numerous amenities and common areas, initially listed and agreed upon in the lease agreement, have been restricted or discontinued without sufficient justification. These include [list specific examples], which significantly impacts our rental experience and violates our rights as tenants. Federal, state, and local laws, as well as our lease agreement, strictly prohibit any form of retaliation on the landlord's part in response to tenants exercising their rights. By reducing the services, you are infringing upon my rights to a safe, healthy, and habitable living environment. I kindly request that you rectify the aforementioned issues within a reasonable timeframe of [number of days] from the receipt of this letter. Failure to uphold your responsibilities as outlined in the lease agreement and applicable laws will leave me no choice but to take further legal actions to enforce my rights and seek appropriate remedies. I trust that you understand the gravity of this matter and will respond promptly to address these concerns. To maintain transparency and for record-keeping purposes, I request written communication acknowledging the receipt of this letter and outlining the actions you will take to resolve the issue. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I expect a prompt and constructive response within the stipulated timeframe. I trust that we can resolve this matter amicably to preserve our landlord-tenant relationship. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Signature] Enclosure: [If applicable, list any supporting documents, such as photographs or correspondence]Subject: Notice to Cease Retaliatory Decrease in Services — Urgent Matter [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Dear [Landlord's Name], RE: NOTICE TO CEASE RETALIATORY DECREASE IN SERVICES I hope this letter finds you in good health. I am writing to bring a matter of immediate concern to your attention regarding the decrease in essential services provided at the residential property located [address of the property] that is under your management. This letter intends to formally notify you of your obligation as a landlord to cease the retaliatory actions impacting my living conditions, in accordance with the laws and regulations governing our tenancy agreement. The purpose of this letter is to request that you rectify the situation promptly and reinstate the previously provided services in the following areas: 1. Maintenance and Repairs: The timely completion of repairs and maintenance has significantly declined, leading to inadequate living conditions. Essential repairs, such as [specific examples], have been neglected, posing safety hazards and diminishing the habitability of the property. 2. Security Measures: An alarming reduction in security measures, including malfunctioning locks, broken security gates, or ineffective lighting, poses a genuine threat to the safety of the tenants. These inadequacies compromise our peace of mind and overall well-being. 3. Amenities and Common Areas: Numerous amenities and common areas, initially listed and agreed upon in the lease agreement, have been restricted or discontinued without sufficient justification. These include [list specific examples], which significantly impacts our rental experience and violates our rights as tenants. Federal, state, and local laws, as well as our lease agreement, strictly prohibit any form of retaliation on the landlord's part in response to tenants exercising their rights. By reducing the services, you are infringing upon my rights to a safe, healthy, and habitable living environment. I kindly request that you rectify the aforementioned issues within a reasonable timeframe of [number of days] from the receipt of this letter. Failure to uphold your responsibilities as outlined in the lease agreement and applicable laws will leave me no choice but to take further legal actions to enforce my rights and seek appropriate remedies. I trust that you understand the gravity of this matter and will respond promptly to address these concerns. To maintain transparency and for record-keeping purposes, I request written communication acknowledging the receipt of this letter and outlining the actions you will take to resolve the issue. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I expect a prompt and constructive response within the stipulated timeframe. I trust that we can resolve this matter amicably to preserve our landlord-tenant relationship. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Signature] Enclosure: [If applicable, list any supporting documents, such as photographs or correspondence]